Stuff To Make

Fun Stuff to Make and Fun Things to Do... Free, fun and easy (and quick) stuff gathered from all over the web to make; inspired by various stories on StoryRhyme.com. Spark up your imagination and creativity and start (and complete) a StoryRhyme StoryProject today.

▼ Stuff to Make: Visit the story; find the project. You'll find great fun stuff to make on every one of our story pages... Most of these great projects are just a download or piece of paper away...

Paper Giraffe ToyMake your own paper Giraffe. "Well, I actually spent a few hours and made a giraffe puzzle! Hooray for me… I think. I can’t believe how much time I just invested in this, but I’m so tickled pink about it. I’m not sure if that classifies me as a loser or a free spirit. If this weren’t so much work, I would go ahead and make a whole zoo of these things. But it’s way too much work. Maybe some other time I’ll make a few other little critters to go with the giraffe." From the story "Dresden at the Giraffe Store."

Paper HatYou can never have too many hats. Make your own Paper Hat. This isn't your grandpa's paper Peter Pan piratey hat. Um, is "piratey" a word? From the story "Charlie's Hats."

Dust Bunny..?Can't find any dust bunnies living at your house? Make your own Dryer Lint Dust Bunny..? How many uses can you find for dryer lint? Perhaps a better question is do you really want to find any uses for your dryer lint..? From the story "Dust Bunnies."

Dog ToysMake your own Dog Toys (and other dog stuff, too). From dog costumes to dog parties, you can lovingly harass your pet in ways you never imagined. Yes, there is actually a website named "make-and-build-dog-stuff.com" I love the internet. From the story "Charlie and Ruby."

Mythic Creature Masks & PuppetsYou know you want one... Make your own Mythic Creature Mask or Puppet. Bring the mythic creatures to life in a performance. How does your creature act? What happens to it? Now, go out and harass your neighbors! From the story "The Book of Beasts."

Optical-Illusion Paper Dragon Make an Optical-Illusion Paper Dragon (er, Jabberwock). This is a wonderful optical illusion. This little dragon is made from a single sheet of paper; simply cut it out, stick it together and set it on a table or window ledge. As you move about the room, the dragon's head follows you. Have a look at the video to see what we mean. More colors here. Hint: Close one eye and the effect is absolutely amazing. From the story "Jabberwocky" and the StoryRhyme.com Original Story "The Andrew Mason Illustrated Field Guide to Unknown Dragons."

Lunch Bag Bunny PuppetYou know you want one... Make your own Paper Bag Bunny Puppet. You know, while you're there, make a raccoon, dog, cat, rabbit, bunny, mouse, pig, panda, and frog. Very simple puppets made from small paper lunch bags. From the story "Kathy, The Bunny Queen."

20 Kites in 20 MinutesMake Your Own Kites. That's right; 20 kites in 20 minutes. For over 25 years the Big Wind Kite Factory has been giving kite making classes for the children on the island of Moloka'i in Hawaii. These are the complete time tested instructions to get 20 kids making their own kites and flying them in 20 minutes. You have 19 friends, don't you..? From the story "Quips & Quotes: Philosophy 101 for Kids."

Paper Dreidel (or paper "Droidel")Oh dreidel, dreidil, dreidel, I made you out of... Paper! That's right, make your very own paper dreidel (and learn the dreidel game, too). Nun, gimel, hay, and shin you to you all. Oh, and for our Star Wars fans; You can also make your own paper "Droidel." From Laura G.'s original StoryRhyme.com story "Lighting the Chanukah Lights with Emily."

The Best Paper Airplane in the WorldDon't have a flying dog of your very own? Well, why not then make "The Best Paper Airplane in the World!" (Just draw a snout, some ears and eyes and you'll have your own gliding greyhound.) From the StoryRhyme.com Original Story "Eli the Flying Dog."

Your Own ParachuteDown goes the parachute! Looking for an outdoor distraction? Make Your Own Parachute Toy! You probably have all the supplies you need, without a scramble to the store, and this activity is a blast. Plus, it gives kids an excuse to investigate and experiment. Build one big enough for the dog (oh, if you do that, you just have to send us a picture -- um, only if you're successful). From the Laura G. story/poem “Down Went the Spoon.”

Dishwasher Lasagna FlorentineWell, we all know that dragon caves don't have ovens; but most do have dishwashers. So, how do you feed yet another mouth? Why, Lasagna Florentine cooked in your dishwasher (no kidding)! From the good folk at PartSelect.com. From Harry Buschman’s original story “Old Folks at Home.”

"Bill" FoldingMake your own money origami as taught by the Origami Resource Cener. Sherwood Clay Randall Jr. says "Folding paper money is my one true creative output. My best original designs include spiders, eyeglasses, sailboats, and framed portraits. I got started in high school when I learned how to make a ring out of a dollar bill. I generally make these items to leave as tips. A friend of mine keeps telling me 'You should write a book; you could make a lot of money.' My slogan is: 'Everyone is good at something. Me, I'm good at spending money.'" From the StoryRhyme.com Original Story "The Cursed Thing."

More fun stuff to make is (or should it be "are") being added all the time. Visit again soon...